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Trend Alert: Red Hot

FabSugar — Thu, 31 Jul 2008 07:00:22 -0700

I've said it once and I'll say it again: There's nothing like a red hot dress. Sure to turn heads, the red dress is a purveyor of power, femininity, and sexuality. I tend to stow away my red dresses for the Winter months, but if it's hot outside, make the world swelter by throwing on a red frock. Confident and cool ladies Ali Larter and Mary-Louise Parker opted for red sheaths, while Rachel Weisz was in head-to-toe theatrics for a Vogue shoot. Is it hot in here, or is it me?

Twelfth Street Ruffled Silk Minidress - $285.00	Rachel Roy Zuni Dress - $795.00
French connection "gypsy cotton" dress - $158.00	Zac Posen Seamed Stretch-Wool Minidress - $1,700.00
Laila Azhar Spaghetti Strap Dress in Red - $345.00	Sexy Red Dresses by eDressMe - $72.00
Norma Kamali red jersey long halter dress - $195.00	DSquared Strapless Bow Dress - $995.00
RM by Roland Mouret Moon Dress - $2,130.00

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Found! Audrina Patridge's Red Strapless Dress

FabSugar — Thu, 29 Nov 2007 03:00:22 -0800

You and I loved the LRD Audrina Patridge of The Hills wore at a party in LA recently. So imagine my excitement when I spotted it.

This Shoshanna Red Strapless Dress ($365) would be a darling New Year's frock. And the handy dandy pockets will be a perfect place to stash all the digits you get that night!

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Alexander McQueen Tulle-Underlay Silk Dress: Love It or Hate It?

FabSugar — Mon, 05 Nov 2007 10:00:22 -0800

Alexander McQueen is known for his avant-garde designs, so this Alexander McQueen Tulle-Underlay Silk Dress, $3,480, comes as no surprise. Though I am crushing on the mandarin collar, I can do without the tulle-underlay. It looks as though the wind is eternally blowing the dress up. Do you love it or hate it?

To post your selections go to the Love It or Hate It? group. And if you want to learn how to do a blog post click here.

Look of the Day: Red Hot

FabSugar — Thu, 06 Sep 2007 01:22:22 -0700

Fab girl hatmol3 doesn't need shoes to make an outfit. Her red hot dress can stand on its own! You know I'm a sucker for frocks, especially when they're flowy and feminine like this one. Plus, the belt feeds my latest skinny belt obsession. Let's give it up for this lady in red who's definitely smokin'!

Here's what she's wearing:

Dress: Monsoon

Congrats to hatmol3!

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The Look For Less: ABS Charmeuse Red Dress

FabSugar — Thu, 17 May 2007 08:02:22 -0700

The floral trend has been blooming for some time now and this ABS by Allen Schwartz Charmeuse red dress, $300, is a fab favorite. It may look familiar, as it reminded us of Nicole Kidman's red Balenciaga Oscars gown - remember? Although compared to many frocks out there right now it's not that expensive, it is still pretty pricey for something you'll probably only wear once or twice. Let's face it: with something this red and eye-catching, you don't want to be caught wearing it at every soiree.

To see the look for less, read more

This Bebe Silk Mesh Bubble Dress, $140, is nearly identical to the dress above. It has the bubble hem and the flowers at the nape of the neck, though they're not as prominent. It's not that much cheaper, but when you're working hard for the money, every penny counts!

Battle Of The Red Dress: Who Wore It Best?

FabSugar — Mon, 26 Feb 2007 11:58:31 -0800

One of the best performances last night was when the Dreamgirls performed "Love You I Do." The talent is, well, Oscar-worthy, but I loved the trio of red dresses. I thought each dress totally communicated the girls' individual personalities. Which was your favorite? To vote on the Battle of the Red Lips click here.

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Look of the Day: Little Red Dress

FabSugar — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 04:50:22 -0800

BarbroAndersen from Norway is the newest stylish member of our Look of the Day group - welcome! Her little red dress made me take notice because it's so whimsical, so girlie. For an opposite effect, she paired it with a black blazer, black leggings, and black shoes. Long live the LRD.

Here's what she has on:

Dress: Only
Blazer: KappAhl
Leggings: Cubus
Shoes: JSFN

Congrats to BarbroAndersen!

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Compare & Contrast: Red Dress, Leopard Belt, Black Pumps

FabSugar — Mon, 20 Oct 2008 10:00:22 -0700

Red dress, leopard belt, black pumps - a killer combination both Rihanna and Elizabeth Banks recently took on. Fashion coincidence? The items are similar but the styling is vastly different. Rihanna is dressy and chic, while Elizabeth is more casual and sassy. Let's break their looks down shall we?

Rihanna: The singer chose a tomato red Monique Lhuiller Resort '09 dress at the Spirit of Life Awards dinner in LA. Very fancy-dinner appropriate.

Dress: So as not to be the average lady in red, she sought funkiness and got it with the origami detail bodice. The taffeta fabric elevates the look to black tie status.

Belt: The slim leopard belt breaks up the look and adds a touch of casual. Without it, the look would be too mature for Rihanna.

Shoes: The black satin pointy pumps maintain sophistication without distracting.

Elizabeth Banks: The actress wore a bold red square-neck mini dress to the MTV TRL studios in NYC. MTV appearances require lightheartedness and this delivered.

Dress: This dress is not nearly as elaborate as Rihanna's; it's equally modern, fun, and flattering.

Belt: This overly wide leopard belt distracts from the dress. Plus, it does nothing for her figure besides hide it.

Shoes: The black patent round-toe pumps save the look. They provide some much-needed shine.

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New York Fashion Week, Fall 2009: Heart Truth Red Dress Collection

FabSugar — Fri, 13 Feb 2009 15:04:00 -0800

Today was my first official full day of Fashion Week and I couldn't have kicked it off with a better show. The Heart Truth Red Dress Collection is a feel good show that benefits a good cause - heart disease in women. It was super fun because fearless celebrity females strutted their stuff in various red designer dresses. It was cool to see Vivica Fox sing down the runway in her super sparkly Jenny Packham gown, and gold medalist Nastia Liukin work it in a saucy BCBG LRD. These stars proved that you can make serious waves in a red dress. With a touching introduction by the beloved Tim Gunn, a parade of famous faces took the stage.Before I leave you, here are the four things you can do to prevent heart disease: eat right, be physically active, do not smoke, and keep your body weight low. For more info, visit HeartTruth.gov. On with the show!

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Donna Karan, For Infinity

FabSugar — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 03:00:22 -0800

I'm all about getting more bang for your buck. Why not invest in something that can be worn an infinite number of ways? Donna Karan's The Infinity Dress ($895) is one of those pieces you want to have in your closet. Just look below to see the fabulous things it can do. Yes, it's pricey, but when you consider that it can be worn at least 10 ways, it's not so bad. It also comes in red and pink, though black is sleekest. I can't choose a favorite - each one is more stylish than the last. And the jersey fabric means it's super comfortable, too.